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Serum Anion Gap Test
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Arterial blood gasHigh blood glucoseLow blood pressurePresence of glucose and ketones in urine by home or office testingRapid heart rateHigh serum amylaseHigh serum potassiumSigns of dehydrationThis disease may also affect the results of the follo...
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Diagnosis requires the demonstration of hyperglycemia, hyperketonemia, and acidosis. DKA is established if the patient's urine or blood is strongly positive for glucose and ketones.
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.
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A blood glucose test measures the amount of sugar(glucose) in a sample of your blood.Random blood sugar; Blood sugar level; Fasting blood sugar.Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The...
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Glucose tests are used to determine the concentration of glucose in blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids. These tests are used to detect an increased blood glucose(hyperglycemia), a decreased blood glucose(hypoglycemia), increa...
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A urine dipstick is a colorimetric chemical assay that can be used to determine the pH, specific gravity, protein, glucose, ketone, bilirubin, urobilinogen, blood, leukocyte, and nitrite levels of an individual''s urine. It consists of a reagent st...
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The concentrations of these ions in the bloodstream remain fairly constant throughout the day in a healthy person. Changes in the concentration of one or more of these ions can occur during various acute and chronic disease states and can lead to ...
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However, there is a narrow concentration limit of these electrolytes that the body must maintain within each of these compartments. The body transfers electrolytes intracellularly and extracellularly as required to maintain electrolyte balance.
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Electrolytes are positively and negatively charged molecules called ions, that are found within the body''s cells and extracellular fluids, including blood plasma. A test for electrolytes includes the measurement of sodium, potassium, chloride, and...
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Electrolytes are positively and negatively charged ions that are found within the cells and extracellular fluids, including blood plasma. A test for electrolytes includes the measurement of sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate.
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After your baby has urinated, the urine(at least 20 cc) is placed in a sterile container.Your health care provider may tell you to stop taking certain drugs that can affect the results of the test.Drugs that increase urine pH include acetazolamide...
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Creatinine is a breakdown product of creatine, which is an important part of muscle. A serum creatinine test measures the amount of creatinine in the blood.
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Creatine phosphate is used in skeletal muscle contraction.The creatinine test is used to diagnose impaired kidney function and to determine renal(kidney) damage.A diet high in meat content can cause transient elevations of serum creatinine. Some d...
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CO2 is carbon dioxide. A serum CO2 test measures the amount of carbon dioxide in the liquid part of your blood.In the body, most of the CO2 is in the form of a substance called bicarbonate(HCO3-).
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The glucose urine test measures the amount of sugar(glucose) in a urine sample. The presence of glucose in the urine is called glucosuria.Urine sugar test; Urine glucose test; Glucosuria test.A urine sample is needed.
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Ketones are substances produced when fat cells break down in the blood. A serum ketone test is a measurement of how many ketones are in the blood.Acetone bodies; Ketones- serum; Nitroprusside test; Ketone bodies- serum; Ketones- blood.Blood is typ...
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When your cells can't get glucose (a kind of sugar) to burn for energy, they burn fat instead. This leaves behind acids called ketones in your blood and urine. A buildup of ketones can cause a dangerous condition called ketoacidosis.
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This test measures the amount of sodium in the blood.Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine(antiseptic).
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A serum magnesium test is a measurement of how much magnesium there is in the blood.Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine(antiseptic).
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This test measures the amount of potassium in the blood. Potassium(K+) helps nerves and muscles communicate.
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The potassium urine test measures the amount of potassium in the urine.This test may be done with a random urine sample or a 24-hour urine sample.On day 1, urinate into the toilet when you get up in the morning. Afterwards, collect all urine in a ...
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The serum phosphorus test measures the amount of phosphate in the blood.Phosphorus- serum; HPO4-2, PO4-3; Inorganic phosphate.Blood is typically drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned w...
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Serum calcium is a laboratory test to measure the amount of calcium in your blood.All cells need calcium in order to work. Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth.
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BUN stands for blood urea nitrogen. Urea nitrogen is what forms when protein breaks down.A test can be done to measure the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood.Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand.
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The blood urea nitrogen(BUN) test measures the level of urea nitrogen in a sample of the patient''s blood. Urea is a substance that is formed in the liver when the body breaks down protein.
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The sodium urine test measures the amount of salt(sodium) in a urine sample.
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The basic metabolic panel is a group of blood tests that provides information about your body''s metabolism.SMAC7; Sequential multi-channel analysis with computer-7; SMA7; Metabolic panel 7; CHEM-7.Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the insid...
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Urinalysis is the physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine. It involves a number of tests to detect and measure various compounds that pass through the urine.A urine sample is needed.
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Urinalysis is a diagnostic physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of a urine sample(specimen). Specimens can be obtained by normal emptying of the bladder(voiding) or by a hospital procedure called catheterization.
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A urinalysis is a group of manual and/or automated qualitative and semi-quantitative tests performed on a urine sample. A routine urinalysis usually includes the following tests: color, transparency, specific gravity, pH, protein, glucose, ketones...
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Urinalysis is an important test used in diagnosing diseases of the genitourinary tract. Urine is examined for pH and specific gravity by chemical and direct microscopic methods.
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Urine typically contains epithelial cells shed from the urinary tract. Urine cytology evaluates this urinary sediment for the presence of cancerous cells from the lining of the urinary tract, and it is a convenient noninvasive technique for follow...
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A urinalysis is a group of manual and/or automated qualitative and semi-quantitative tests performed on a urine sample. A routine urinalysis usually includes the following tests: color, transparency, specific gravity, pH, protein, glucose, ketones...
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The urine specimen collection is a procedure used to obtain a sample of urine from a patient for diagnostic tests.The purpose of obtaining a urine sample is to test for any abnormalities that may be present, such as bacteria, ketones, or drugs.The...
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